Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
askew
Adjective
/əˈskjuː/
Definition
Not in a straight or level position.
Examples
- The picture hung askew on the wall.
- He wore his hat askew, making him look somewhat comical.
- She glanced at the table, noticing that the books were askew.
Meaning
The term ‘askew’ describes something that is tilted or positioned at an angle, not aligned properly.
Synonyms
- Awry
- Tilted
- Crooked
- Aslant
- Off-kilter
